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Senate advances bill to require coverage of HIV antivirals without prior-authorization
Summary
Senate Bill 6183 was advanced to the second-reading calendar after sponsor remarks saying the bill requires coverage of HIV antiviral drugs without prior-authorization or screening for people who need them; the motion carried by voice vote.
Senate Bill 6183 was moved to the second-reading calendar and advanced by voice vote after sponsor remarks on the Senate floor.
Senator Peterson, who moved the bill, said SB 6183 "requires that HIV antiviral drugs be covered without a requirement of, sort of preapproval or screening, for folks who need them." The sponsor urged colleagues to support the measure as a way to reduce barriers for people who require these medications.
The motion was carried by a voice vote; the transcript records an 'aye' response with no roll-call tally recorded. No amendments or extended debate on the floor were recorded during this session.
